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World Trade· August 17, 2026 at 12:55 p.m.

Super El Niño Predicted for 2026 Could Disrupt Global Agriculture and Supply Chains

Super El Niño Predicted for 2026 Could Disrupt Global Agriculture and Supply Chains

Key takeaways

  • Super El Niño event predicted for 2026
  • Potential impact on global agriculture and supply chains
  • Unusually warm ocean temperatures in the Pacific

A potential Super El Niño event is brewing for 2026, according to reports, which could significantly impact global agriculture and supply chains. The phenomenon, characterized by unusually warm ocean temperatures in the Pacific, has the potential to disrupt weather patterns worldwide, leading to crop failures and supply shortages.

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